JoniRobertWilson Posted October 27, 2004 Share Posted October 27, 2004 I just had Alex's parent / teacher conference and it went pretty good. Alex rec'd all 3's (B's) with the exception of one grade. I thought that was great. He's even reading above his grade level! I'm really proud of him. The teacher said she can look over at him and his mind is wondering at times - I told her I knew exactly how that was! I've never experienced this kind of grief - it is almost impossible to keep your mind "on task" all the time. I'm sure it's even harder when you are 8. Alex and I had some good "quality" time together last night looking at his baby book and talking about Robert. It was quite hard. There were tons of pictures of Robert, Alex's great grandmother and his beloved dog Annie. He really showed some emotion and I was so grateful. He's such a smart guy - he has a great little spirit. He keeps me going I must admit. If I didn't have him I don't think I could have the strength to survive. Well, I hope you are all doing "ok". The change of seasons has been difficult for me as well as the thought of Robert not being here for our 11th wedding anniversary on Saturday. I miss him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 27, 2004 Share Posted October 27, 2004 God Bless you both, Joni. It sound hard as hard can be, but you are doing it. I think of you often. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 27, 2004 Share Posted October 27, 2004 Joni, I am sorry for your grief.Don't know what to say to comfort you other than in time it gets easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Katie and I do that all the time. And not only does it keep Becky's memory alive in Katie, but it helps me to remember things in better perspective. It is too easy to only remember Becky with cancer, weakened, on oxygen, even just remember the day she died. Those photo albums for me restore the balance. She was such a strong woman, so indominatible, and so fun, and those happy memories come out too. We had 9+ years together that were happy and healthy, and 15 months that were not healthy but still pretty darn happy. Those albums are still bittersweet, there is no question. But they are less bitter and more sweet every time we open them. Remember the good times too. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Joni, my heart just aches for you and Alex. I really don't have any words to comfort you but just want you to know that you guys are in my prayers. Alex sounds like quite a little guy. Sounds like the picture albums might be healing for both of you. Prayers and hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Way to go, Alex! Hang in there, Joni. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Sounds like you and Alex are doing as well as can be expected given the situation. You've got much to be proud of in that little guy . . . and in yourself. Praying for us all, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Dear Joni, I, too, think of you often. Your post really touched my heart. Thank GOD for Alex. He sounds like such a good, dear, sweet little boy. I'm sure he is because he certainly has a good, dear, sweet mommy. You have both been blessed with each other, and the two of you will heal together. All my love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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